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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 2007 🢒 Grand Prix 🢒 Body Hardware and Trim 🢒 Interior Trim and Paneling 🢒 Door Lock Cylinder Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 797962 Size: SH

    Important: Do not attempt repairs in order to correct lock cylinder discrepancies. Replace the lock cylinder.

  1. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  3. Remove the front door outside handle. Refer to Front Side Door Outside Handle Replacement .
  4. Remove the lock paw retaining clip (7).
  5. Remove the locking rod (6).
  6. Remove the lock cylinder paw (5).
  7. Remove the lock cylinder retaining clip (3).
  8. Remove the lock cylinder (4) from the outside door handle.

    9. Pull rearward on the lock cylinder to remove it from the handle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 797962 Size: SH
  1. Install the lock cylinder (4) into the outside door handle.
  2. Install the lock cylinder retaining clip (3).
  3. Install the lock cylinder paw (5).
  4. Install the lock cylinder paw retaining clip (7).
  5. Inspect the lock cylinder with the key for proper operation.
  6. Install the locking rod (6).
  7. Install the front door outside handle. Refer to Front Side Door Outside Handle Replacement .
  8. Inspect the door for proper operation.
  9. Install the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  10. Install the front door trim panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement .